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Tragic Attack in Quetta: Four FC Soldiers Martyred in Bomb Blast

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At least four personnel of the Frontier Corps (FC) were martyred, and three others were injured in a deadly explosion near a bomb disposal squad in the Margate area of Quetta on Friday.

The blast, which targeted the security forces during an operation to neutralize an improvised explosive device (IED), has heightened concerns over the growing insurgent activities in the region.

The incident occurred when the bomb disposal team was in the process of disarming a potentially dangerous IED planted in the area. Among the FC personnel who lost their lives were Subedar Shahzad Amin, Naib Subedar Abbas, Sepoy Khalil, and Sepoy Zahid.

Their sacrifice has been confirmed by security sources, who also revealed the identities of the injured individuals. Lance Naik Zafar, Lance Naik Farooq, and Sepoy Khurram Saleem were rushed to a nearby medical facility immediately after the explosion, where their condition is being closely monitored by medical professionals.

In the wake of the blast, security forces acted swiftly to cordon off the affected area, launching an intensive search operation aimed at locating the individuals responsible for this act of terrorism.

Authorities have emphasized their determination to track down and bring the perpetrators to justice, ensuring that those responsible for the attack are held accountable for their actions.

This attack is part of a troubling pattern of rising insurgent violence in Balochistan, a region that has seen an uptick in attacks against security forces in recent months.

The ongoing insurgency, fueled by a mix of local separatist groups and external influences, has contributed to escalating tensions and instability in the province.

The martyrdom of these four FC personnel serves as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made by security forces in the fight against terrorism. It also underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement agencies in maintaining peace and order in Balochistan, where the threat of violence continues to loom large.

Despite these challenges, authorities remain resolute in their commitment to safeguarding the region and protecting the lives of citizens and security personnel alike.

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